Industry |
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IRIS
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A list of sustainable forestry related links
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National Paint & Coatings Association
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Industry issues. |
International Corporate
Environmental Protection
Agency
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Put EPA description here. |
The Collins Companies
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This website features a description of the divisions of The Collins Companies, including their history and philosophy, and
information about certified forests, which Collins calls their "Journey to Sustainability". Also
has information about certified sustainable forests and wood products, and composite products. |
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Real Goods
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Products for an ecologically sustainable future since 1978 |
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Terra Green Ceramics
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A manufacturer of tile composed of recycled glass products |
Greenmatters
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The Busy Person's Guide to Greener Living |
Design Outlaws
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Creative Sustainability |
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DesignTex
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A manufacturer of sustainable and microbial upholstery |
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Forbo Industries
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A supplier of linoleum products composed of renewable raw materials |
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Solar Today
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A bimonthly magazine which covers innovative active and passive solar house designs, solar technologies, bldg. performance, cost effective designs, etc. |
Government |
United States Environmental
Protection Agency
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A Zip Code search assists users in locating information in their area about pollution, hazardous waste sites, environmental
conditions, etc. The site also features EPA laws and regulations as well as links to other resources. |
Center of Excellence
in Sustainable Development
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This in-depth site is a project of the U.S. Dept. of Energy. It includes breaking news stories and a weekly sustainability case
study. There are also additional web resources to other sustainable developments.
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Oregon State Sustainability
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Governor Kitzhaber's state efforts to promote a sustainable Oregon by 2025 (site activates after 12-1-2000) |
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Presidents'Council on Sustainable Develop.
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A collection of the information necessary for the nation to move toward sustainability |
Non-profit |
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Scorecard
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Searchable priorities for communities, published by the Environmental Defense Fund
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The Loka Institute
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The Loka Institute is a non-profit research and advocacy organization concerned with the social, political, and environmental
repercussions of science and technology. Works toward environmentally responsible uses of science and technology.
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The Natural Step
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The Natural Step (TNS) is a non-profit organization that is working to build an ecologically and economically sustainable society.
Its framework is based on science and has been used by businesses, government agencies, communities and individuals that desire
to become more sustainable. TNS was founded by Swedish oncologist, Dr.Karl-Henrik Robert in 1989. |
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CoHousing Network
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Covers sustainable housing issues |
Union of Concerned Scientists
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Scientists and citizens working together towards environmentally sustainable practices. |
The Siskiyou Regional Education Project
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"The Siskiyou Project works to protect the ecological integrity and biodiversity of the Klamath-Siskiyou Bioregion."
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The National Audubon Society
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"The mission of the National Audubon Society is to conserve and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on birds and other wildlife
for the benefit of humanity and the earth's biological diversity." This site describes the interests and activities of the National
Audubon Society. (see also www.audubonpopulation.org for Audubon's Population and Habitat Information)
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League of Women Voters
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The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization that encourages the active participation of informed citizens
to increase understanding of and influence public policy issues. This site encourages involvement in various campaigns, not only at
the national level but also within individual communities. It is updated on a regular basis.
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Zero Population Growth
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This website discusses the ever-increasing world population and the fact that on or about October 12, 1999, the population will
be 6 billion people. This site also includes poll questions and press releases regarding population growth.
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The American Council for an
Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE)
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The ACEEE is a non-profit organization "dedicated to advancing energy efficiency as a means of promoting both economic
prosperity and environmental protection." Their program areas include national, regional and state energy policies, utilities,
industry and transportation, such as a Green Guide to Cars and Trucks for energy efficient economy.
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Izaak Walton League
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Izaak Walton League |
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Center for a New American Dream
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Provides lots of info on sustainability issues, especially to help reduce consumption;"More fun, less stuff" is their motto |
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Northwest Environment Watch
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Fosters a sustainable economy and way of life in the Pacific Northwest |
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Sustainable Communities Network
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This site links citizens to resources and one another to create healthy, vital, sustainable
communities. |
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Population Coalition
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Originally an affiliation of Local Leagues of Women Voters, provides educational materials regarding population and environmental issues |
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Co-Op America
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Provides a catalog of "green" businesses from which to purchase earth friendly commodities and services, etc. |
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Northwest Earth Institute
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Motivates individuals to examine and transform personal values and habits, to accept responsibility for the Earth, and to act on that commitment |
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Life Cycle: The science behind sustainability |
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Sustainable Resource Sciences
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Includes a short definition of life cycle analysis, plus e-mail links to the Faculty of University
of Washington who are involved in the program.
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EcoDesign
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Explanation of life cycle analysis and links offered by EcoDesign |
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Life Cycle Analysis
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Explains what Life Cycle analysis is all about and discusses sustainable resource
sciences. Gives definitions and contact faculty and University of Washington. |